Owner`s manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FEATURES & CONTROLS
Remote Control Features..................................................................................................................................... 27
Warning System...................................................................................................................................................27
Engine Over-Speed Limiter..................................................................................................................................29
Power Trim And Tilt (If equipped).........................................................................................................................29
Manual Tilt System...............................................................................................................................................32
Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment - Tiller Handle Models...................................................................................... 34
Steering Friction Adjustment - Tiller Handle Models............................................................................................35
Trim Tab Adjustment............................................................................................................................................35
OPERATION
Pre-Starting Check List......................................................................................................................................... 37
Operating In Freezing Temperatures................................................................................................................... 37
Operating In Salt Water Or Polluted Water..........................................................................................................37
Operating at High Elevations................................................................................................................................ 37
Engine Break-in Procedure.................................................................................................................................. 37
Starting The Engine..............................................................................................................................................38
Gear Shifting.........................................................................................................................................................41
Stopping The Engine ...........................................................................................................................................42
Emergency Starting .............................................................................................................................................42
MAINTENANCE
Outboard Care......................................................................................................................................................45
EPA Emissions.....................................................................................................................................................45
Inspection And Maintenance Schedule................................................................................................................ 46
Flushing The Cooling System...............................................................................................................................46
Top Cowl Removal And Installation......................................................................................................................47
Battery Inspection ................................................................................................................................................48
Fuel System..........................................................................................................................................................48
Steering Link Rod Fasteners................................................................................................................................51
Fuse Replacement...............................................................................................................................................52
Corrosion Control Anode...................................................................................................................................... 52
Propeller Replacement - 87.3 mm (3 - 7/16 in.) Diameter Gearcase................................................................... 53
Propeller Replacement - 108 mm (4 - 1/4 in.) Diameter Gearcase...................................................................... 55
Spark Plug Inspection And Replacement.............................................................................................................58
Lubrication Points.................................................................................................................................................59
Lubrication Points - Sea Pro/Marathon Models.................................................................................................... 61
Checking Power Trim Fluid..................................................................................................................................62
Gearcase Lubrication...........................................................................................................................................62
Submerged Outboard...........................................................................................................................................64
STORAGE
Storage Preparation............................................................................................................................................. 65
Protecting External Outboard Components..........................................................................................................65
Protecting Internal Engine Components............................................................................................................... 66
Gearcase..............................................................................................................................................................66
Positioning Outboard For Storage........................................................................................................................ 66